A starter pack folder is provided to all parents intending to pursue admission into Heritage International School. This pack includes all sets of documents and information as regards the school policies and practices. Heritage International School reserves the right to review the Admission procedures as needed.
Entry to School Starter (Preschool Courses)
There is no Placement test for children applying for this year group. Full admission will be offered only after the fees have been paid (according to the Contract). List of Required documents for Admission:
- Application
- Medical certificate, issued before the day of application
- Child’s Immunization Card; when such is not available, kindly fill in *Form B
- Photocopy of Birth Certificate/Passport of Child
- Photocopy of ID document of each parent
- Photos (3x4 cm) of the child (2 pieces) and of each parent (1 piece each)
- Admission Form A
- In cases of special learning needs, a medical report by the relevant agencies is required
Go to School Starter
Entry to Class 1
Applicants should provide a Report on physical, socio-emotional, cognitive, language and communication development as well as development of learning capacities and attitudes at the end of the kindergarten prep course (for children attending the preparatory pre-school education institutions). There is no Placement test for children applying for this year group, the students will be assessed to determine English language comprehension and proficiency level. Additionally, it is required that the child attend a meeting with the school counselor as a part of the application process.
Go to Primary
Placement Test for Classes 2-10
Academic Placement Test, set by the school, is required for learners entering Classes 2 to 10. The latter comprises:
- English Language Assessment. A reasonable proficiency in English is required. Heritage has adopted the widely acceptable and detailed World-class Instructional Design and Assessment Model (WIDA) which assesses the learner’s specific skills in listening, reading, writing and speaking.
Students will be assessed to determine their language comprehension and proficiency level if English is not their first language. The minimum entry score at WIDA entry test is not less than 3 in Speaking & Listening and in Reading, and not less than 2.5 in Writing for learners who have learnt English previously.
Students who come from a different language background with no English will not be denied admission and will receive language development support through the Intensive English Unit until their proficiency level will meet the expectations of the programme. Such learners will take a placement test in Mathematics only. - for the Bilingual Pathway - a test in language (Russian or Romanian) and a test in Mathematics (for the previous completed class of studies)
- for the English-only Pathway - a test in Mathematics (for the previous completed class of studies)
The minimum pass mark for admission is 70% in each test – in language and in Mathematics. If an applicant does not meet the minimum requirement in academics, admission may be declined. The Placement Test is taken before Provisional Admission is offered.
Go to Gymnasium
Within Heritage International School, the only Cambridge School in Moldova, Heritage Lyceum is a unique high school following the Cambridge Pathway, offering students a world-class education. The Lyceum provides learners with everything they need in order to gain the required skills and have the best opportunities for an international academic and professional career.
A Level/The sixth form admission:
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The first step in applying to join our sixth form as an external student is to research the Lyceum page to understand what the A-level program entails and requirements.
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Send your request to join the Heritage Lyceum along with your most recent school report to the following email address: admission@heritage.md.
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Be invited to interview with the Academic Director and Head of Lyceum/Sixth Form. Once the entrance examinations have been completed and reviewed, the candidate will be invited to an interview with our Academic Director and Head of Lyceum/Sixth form. During this interview, the student is invited to talk about themselves, their academic and extra-curricular interests and passion for further study in their chosen subjects. Each application will be considered individually; on academic merit as well as potential contributions to our wider school community.
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Take the admission tests. Once the application has been received and reviewed by our Admissions Committee, the prospective student will need to complete entrance examinations in English and, where applicable, the subjects chosen for A Level, administered by Heritage International School online or in-person.
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Await a response from the team. If the applicant is accepted, they will need to complete the form, selecting the subjects they wish to study.
English-Only Pathway (Cambridge Curriculum)
The English-only pathway learners follow the Cambridge Primary and IPC, Cambridge Lower Secondary, Cambridge Upper Secondary and Cambridge Advanced curriculum. These learners will take the Cambridge Primary Checkpoint and Cambridge Lower Secondary Checkpoint, IGCSE and Cambridge Advanced exams, which are mandatory. The requirements for the Cambridge program are as follows:
- English Language Proficiency: Students must possess an appropriate level of English skills to effectively engage in the program.
- Parental Consent: Parents are informed and give their consent regarding the fact that students will not take national exams in the 4th grade, 9th grade, and the BAC in the 12th grade (NOTE: this decision is irreversible).
- Assessments for students will be conducted on an individual basis, customized to the specific level they are applying for. This will allow for an accurate evaluation of each student's competencies, ensuring proper placement in the study program.
Provisional Admission and Full Admission
Once the Registration Fee (non–refundable, one-time payment for a single admission) payment confirmation and the completed and signed Application Form were received, Heritage International School will confirm the pupil's provisional admission in writing, via e-mail or a call.
Full admission will be offered only after the schooling contract has been signed and fees have been paid (according to the contract).
